Week of rain, storms ahead for WA

Robyn Preston

With rain expected around most of the state and a flood warning issued for the Pilbara, little sunshine is expected in Perth until the weekend arrives.

A flood warning has been issued by the Bureau of Meteorology for those in the Pilbara district to prepare for heavy rainfall over the next 24 hours.

WA's southern regions may also need to brace for wilder weather on Thursday, as the Bureau of Meteorology predict storms could hit areas including Busselton and Margaret River.

Perth and southern coastal areas should also expect to see showers through most of the week.

However, clear skies and some sun are set to return on Saturday.

While the north of West Australia can expect higher temperatures, wet weather is expected to hit areas as far as Derby, with heavy rain expected on Tuesday in mining communities Tom Price, Paraburdoo and Newman.

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Pilbara flood warning

In the Pilbara area, streams rises are expected with possible local flooding in the coastal catchments between Karratha and Port Hedland on Monday, extending into the Fortescue and De Grey River catchment during Tuesday.

Those in the area should be aware of rising water levels, as BOM predicts heavy rainfall of 50 to 100 millimetres, with isolated heavier falls to 150 millimetres.

The Department of Fire and Emergency Service have advised that flooding is possible and for people to be prepared to relocate equipment and livestock.

Travellers also need to be aware that road conditions may be affected and travel plans may need to be reconsidered. Do not drive into water of unknown depth and velocity.